The Endless Summer Revisited
A celebratory archival surf documentary that extends the legacy of the Endless Summer films through rare footage and reflections from their creators.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Measured
- Intensity
- Mild
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- None
- nostalgic
- celebratory
- relaxed
- lazy afternoon
- surfing film marathon
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
The film is primarily edited from unused footage from The Endless Summer and The Endless Summer II while reflecting on their production and success.
Dana Brown writes, produces, and directs while his father Bruce Brown executive produces and appears as himself.
The documentary features additional gorgeous surfing cinematography associated with the earlier Endless Summer films.
Its unused footage and behind-the-scenes insight are specifically positioned as appealing to dedicated fans of the Endless Summer films.
Films like The Endless Summer Revisited, and why
The Endless Summer
shared surfing documentary focus, travelogue structure, and appreciation of ocean cinematography
The Endless Summer II
shared surfing documentary tradition, international surf travel, and visually expansive wave photography
Riding Giants
shared sports documentary approach, reverence for surfing culture, and emphasis on scenic action footage
Movie Details
- Director
- Dana Brown
- Release Date
- 2000-08-08
- Runtime
- 70 min
- Rating
- 7.2 / 10 (4)
Cast
- Bruce Brown
- Hobie Alter
- Robert August
- Dana Brown
- Patrick O'Connell
- Robert 'Wingnut' Weaver
- Nat Young
Where to watch in United States
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is The Endless Summer Revisited about?
- A celebratory archival surf documentary that extends the legacy of the Endless Summer films through rare footage and reflections from their creators.
- What is The Endless Summer Revisited like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of The Endless Summer Revisited as measured, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is The Endless Summer Revisited violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in The Endless Summer Revisited.
- Which films are like The Endless Summer Revisited?
- Films with a similar feel include The Endless Summer, The Endless Summer II, and Riding Giants.
- How long is The Endless Summer Revisited?
- The Endless Summer Revisited runs 70 minutes.
- Where can I watch The Endless Summer Revisited?
- In United States, The Endless Summer Revisited is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store.
